Dr. Peter J. Millett M.D.
Orthopedist | Orthopaedic Trauma
181 W Meadow Dr Suite 400 Vail CO, 81657About
Dr. Peter Millett is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Vail, CO. Dr. Millett specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Millett tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine MSc, (Cantab) Skeletal Biology 1995
Dartmouth Medical School MD 1995
University of Scranton, Pennsylvania BS Biology 1990
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine- 2000
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Chronic plasma cell osteomyelitis of the humerus associated with Shigella and Flavobacterium.
- Anatomy and dimensions of rotator cuff insertions.
- Arthroscopic treatment of the arthrofibrotic knee.
- Rotator cuff disorders: recognition and management among patients with shoulder pain.
- Management of a patient with an isolated greater tuberosity fracture and rotator cuff tear.
- Anatomical glenoid reconstruction for recurrent anterior glenohumeral instability with glenoid deficiency using an autogenous tricortical iliac crest bone graft.
- Biomechanical and clinical evaluation of a novel lesser tuberosity repair technique in total shoulder arthroplasty.
- High abundance synovial fluid proteome: distinct profiles in health and osteoarthritis.
- Broken femoral cross pin after hamstring anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: case report.
- Dislocation and instability after arthroscopic capsular release for refractory frozen shoulder.
- Shoulder osteoarthritis: diagnosis and management.
- The "bony Bankart bridge" procedure: a new arthroscopic technique for reduction and internal fixation of a bony Bankart lesion.
- Acromioclavicular joint reconstruction with coracoacromial ligament transfer using the docking technique.
- Arthroscopic removal of EndoButton after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: case report and surgical technique.
- Spinal accessory nerve injury after rhytidectomy (face lift): a case report.
Awards
- Top 1% Doctors in America 2014 US News and World Report
- Achievement Award American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Treatments
- CAM arthroscopic shoulder surgery for shoulder arthritis
- Arthroscopic double-row rotator cuff repair
- Arthroscopic Bankart and shoulder stabilization procedures
- SLAP repair and treatment of throwing athletes
- Latarjet procedures (bone grafting of the glenoid) for shoulder instability
- Proximal humerus fracture repair
- Clavicle Fracture
- Shoulder Replacement Surgery
- Reverse Shoulder Replacement
- Clavicle
- Superior Capsular Reconstruction (SCR)
- Arthroscopic AC Joint Repair
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair and reconstruction
- Meniscus Injuries
- Arthroscopic supra-scapular nerve release
- Distal biceps tendon rupture
- Proximal biceps tendon ruptures
- Snapping Scapula Syndrome
- Arthrofibrosis of the knee
- Sternoclavicular joint injuries
Professional Memberships
- Member American Shoulder Society
- Member American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Member Orthopedic Research Society
- Member American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
Fellowships
- Steadman Hawkins Sports Medicine Clinic and Foundation Shoulder, Elbow, Knee Surgery and Sports Medicine 2001
Experience & Accolades
- Board Member2007Steadman Philippon Research Institute
- Scientific Advisory Board2006Steadman Philippon Research Institiute
- Assistant Professor2004 - 2006Harvard Medical School
- Clinical Instructor2001 - 2004Harvard Medical School
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Dr. Millett is an orthopedic surgeon serving Vail and the surrounding communities. He is associated with The Steadman Clinic – a practice dedicated to delivering the highest standard of orthopaedic care and personal attention to each and every patient seeking our help.
Dr. Millett received his Medical Degree (MD) from Dartmouth Medical School in 1995. He has also received an Master’s of Science in Skeletal Biology from the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine. He went on to complete a residency in surgery at Cornell University Medical Center, and a fellowship in shoulder, elbow, knee surgery and sports medicine at Steadman Hawkins Sports Medicine Clinic and Foundation.
Dr. Millett maintains professional memberships with the American Shoulder Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Orthopedic Research Society, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine. Additionally, he is board certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Orthopedic Surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Millett has elped pioneer an advanced arthroscopic shoulder surgery known as the Comprehensive Arthroscopic Management (CAM) procedure. CAM helps young, active patients with osteoarthritis delay or avoid shoulder replacement.
With over 20 years of experience in the field, Dr. Millett has treated thousands of patients. He has authored over 200 peer-reviewed, scientific articles, numerous book chapters, and 4 books on Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, and Shoulder Surgery. He has been recognized at one of the “Top 1% Doctors in America” in 2014 from US News and World Report and awarded by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
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